Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Getting It Done


Have you ever brought something home with plans for a project - and never gotten around to the project?


Steve and I found this piece of driftwood on the beach a couple of years ago and forgot about it until Saturday when I was cleaning up the side of the house.


I knew I wanted to use the wood for a sign, but could not decide if I wanted horizontal or vertical and I also couldn't decide what I wanted the sign to say.


I know it doesn't show much imagination, but I went with the single word - B E A C H.


My intention was to create stencils, but with my first snip, I made a mistake so I had to trace the letters on and then paint them.


I'm a color girl so I used a different color for each letter.


Annie Sloan Chalk Paint dries so quickly, that my sign was ready to be hung in just an hour.


I love the way the sign turned out,


but, I have no idea where to put the sign.


The sign is sitting on the fire pit bench temporarily, but hopefully it will have a home soon.


I was feeling pretty productive by this point so I grabbed these starfish I bought last week


to make a wreath I pinned 2 months ago from Coastal Cottage Dreams.


It took me longer to go up to the attic to find the grapevine wreath than it did to glue on the starfish.


 I hung the wreath on our side gate, but like the B E A C H sign, the wreath will probably get a new home.


I was so proud of myself for finally "getting it done" with the sign and the wreath, that I went to my Pinterest To Do board and chose 3 projects.

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My biggest challenge will be to find some driftwood for the boats, but my goal is to get these projects done by Friday.

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67 comments:

  1. podsoMay 20, 2014 at 3:17 AM

    Well done! I love the beach signs whose time was right! And the wreath. You should open an etsy shop! Look forward to seeing your next projects.

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  2. Nancy's NotesMay 20, 2014 at 3:29 AM

    Your sign turned out fantastic, love the great colors and I sure like your starfish wreath! You are one project happy lady, how fun is that!! I'll be back to see your new projects, can't believe you'll get them done in a week! You speed demon you!

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  3. Castles Crowns and CottagesMay 20, 2014 at 3:52 AM

    Good morning dear Carol...your sign is PERFECT for your garden, a garden that leads to the ocean. How romantic and perfect is that! Simple, authentic, to the point, so ART AND SAND. And that wreath...stunning. My little writer's studio will have a beach theme this summer. I'm just waiting for school to unwind then I'll hit the decorating in my house and enjoy every moment of it and even share on my blog!

    Have a great day. Anita

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  4. JoAnneMay 20, 2014 at 3:56 AM

    Love your sign with the driftwood, Carol. It always feels good to get some projects done. Now I better get busy and get something done!

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  5. Rita C at PanoplyMay 20, 2014 at 4:04 AM

    I love your sign -the shape was perfect for the arrow!

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  6. My Little Home and GardenMay 20, 2014 at 4:32 AM

    The shape of the driftwood was begging for an arrow on it and the sign turned out beautifully. You are so great at getting projects done and I look forward to the next three, Carol!

    Karen

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  7. BabsMay 20, 2014 at 4:46 AM

    Great sign...Love it! I like the simplicity of your starfish wreath, too. Have a great Memorial Day weekend.

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  8. chateau chicMay 20, 2014 at 5:48 AM

    LOVE the fabulous piece of driftwood and the sign you made, Carol! It's just perfect for your garden.
    Mary Alice

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  9. StaceyMay 20, 2014 at 5:52 AM

    Love the BEACH sign. You make it look so easy. The wreath is simply adorable too.

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  10. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsMay 20, 2014 at 5:56 AM

    I love the beach sign and wreath. I am looking forward to seeing your next 3 projects!

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  11. Tessa~ Here there be musingMay 20, 2014 at 6:00 AM

    more examples of the creativity of bloggers!!!!!!

    as to where the cool new sign should go, i'd say it needs to go, where it actually points to the beach. ,-))))))

    tessa~

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  12. KathyMay 20, 2014 at 6:06 AM

    Love the colorful letters!

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  13. LizMay 20, 2014 at 6:29 AM

    Love anything painted on drift-wood! I need to make myself do the pick 3 pinterest projects. Can't wait to see yours when they are done!

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  14. DawnMay 20, 2014 at 6:31 AM

    Perfect new drift wood sign. I love all the bright colors (of course)

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  15. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesMay 20, 2014 at 6:47 AM

    OH I LOVE your sign...the driftwood piece was a wonderful find and you did a beautiful job painting it and choosing colors! Perfect! Thanks for the sharing my project link, too!

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  16. DebbyMay 20, 2014 at 6:55 AM

    Oh I love the sign. The letters and the colors make it really pop. I love the driftwood boats as well. Sending you an email later.

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  17. ~Lavender Dreamer~May 20, 2014 at 7:03 AM

    You are so creative! I love all of the beachy touches at your house! Have a FUN week! Hugs!

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  18. Kim May 20, 2014 at 7:35 AM

    My, you are productive! The sign looks great, I love color too! I can't wait to see the rest of your projects...and now I have to go check out your To Do board! ;)

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  19. Linda @ A La CarteMay 20, 2014 at 7:35 AM

    Love the Beach sign and the arrow is perfect on that little ending part of the board! Cute wreath. I need to make a Pinterest Board for things I REALLY want to do and then make myself do some! AFTER I return home in June! Right now I'm home for two weeks for some R&R and some business I must take care of. Then back to TX the end of the month. Sigh....so many things I want to do....so little time.
    hugs, Linda

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  20. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMay 20, 2014 at 7:47 AM

    I love it and the different colors you chose. I wish I could find a few good pieces of driftwood. I'm so guilty of buying and stashing, so I know how good it feels to finally finish a project.

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  21. deb @ frugal little bungalowMay 20, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    both look great! I had to chuckle at the boats...because I saw them a week or so ago and loved them too! :)

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  22. bobbieMay 20, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    I love both the sign and the simple wreath... I think the sign would look the best on the stairs leading up to my Sea Gypsy's Nest (aka studio)!!

    ;)

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  23. Row homes and CobblestonesMay 20, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    Carol,
    Wonderful sign, happy Carol colorful and reminds me of a canoe oar, loss and tossed by the sea. I love driftwood.
    Your wreath is perfect understated beauty. I too have lots of starfish (white pencil) in our house for the season.
    I've been noticing the sailboats everywhere lately, they look really amazing in mass with sheer white sail cloth.
    Enjoy your projects this week my very energetic and playful friend.
    XO,
    Vera

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  24. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 20, 2014 at 9:15 AM

    Carol, I love the sign and it is just the perfect shape and colors for your beach cottage! My first thought was that it would look kind of cute hanging from a rope down from the middle of the surf board. I'm sure wherever ends up it will be fabulous! I pinned those driftwood boats too. Thought they were so cute for Americana décor. Doubt I'll find driftwood, but maybe a rustic piece of wood in a stream or something. I know you'll have yours whipped up in no time!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  25. must love junkMay 20, 2014 at 10:23 AM

    Your sign turned out great-LOVE it!! :)
    Susan

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  26. jinxxxygirlMay 20, 2014 at 10:34 AM

    Love the BEACH sign and the wreath... I think the wreath will look really good when those starfish get some age to them.... Yeah for finishing project...just finished and posted about one myself!! Hugs!deb

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  27. Cheryl @ The Creative Me and My McGMay 20, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    What a productive day! I love when projects come together...you have inspired me to head outside and get a few of my own projects done...spray paint here I come!!

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  28. DebbieMay 20, 2014 at 10:44 AM

    I just love love love your BEACH sign. I've been thinking about doing a starfish wreath as well and now you've inspired me!

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  29. Pamela GordonMay 20, 2014 at 11:54 AM

    I love the beach sign and especially the paint colours! Have fun with your projects.

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  30. Carla from The RiverMay 20, 2014 at 12:03 PM

    Love the beach sign. Very fun!
    And good for you to have gotten something off the To Do List. :-)

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  31. fiona andersonMay 20, 2014 at 12:23 PM

    Fantastic beach sign and the wreath is so pretty. I bet people love looking at your house, as much as you love looking at others !

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  32. SueMay 20, 2014 at 1:12 PM

    Your "simple" driftwood beach sign looks like it belongs at a surf shop. It turned out great.

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  33. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryMay 20, 2014 at 1:59 PM

    Oh Carol, your sign is perfect! Love the colors and how it turned out. Your wreath looks really good too. I'm sure where ever you put them, they will look terrific.
    Good luck with your future projects.
    Have a great week - loving the weather.
    Mary

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  34. 2 DogsMay 20, 2014 at 2:51 PM

    HI there! Thanks for stopping by. I wish I could find starfish like that. I haven't seen them anywhere in this area. I need some for my bathroom. Have a great week :)

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  35. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow May 20, 2014 at 2:56 PM

    I love it. I have several projects sitting in the yard.

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  36. White Lace and PromisesMay 20, 2014 at 4:02 PM

    I think the sign is great right where you have it. The surf board and the other beach stuff is pulled together so nicely. I love all the colors!

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  37. JP May 20, 2014 at 5:36 PM

    Such a fun and colorful sign....if only I had a beach house!
    Enjoy it!
    JP

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  38. The French HutchMay 20, 2014 at 5:50 PM

    I love the piece of wood, perfect for making a sign. I’m sure it will look great anywhere you decide to hang it.................

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  39. Vicky HuntMay 20, 2014 at 6:02 PM

    Your sign and wreath are just perfect. I love the different colors of the letters and the arrow on the little spot that sticks out...perfect! Looking forward to seeing the next three projects. The little boats are so sweet! Have a happy Wednesday.

    Blessings, Vicky

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  40. My Garden DiariesMay 20, 2014 at 7:22 PM

    LOVE the sign pal! What a cool piece of wood! You have inspired me as I have just found an old pile of wood in the shed that I had no idea was even there....amazing what you can find under your own roof! And the wreath is stunning! You rocked it lady! Happy getting it done! Nicole xoxo

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  41. Botanic BleuMay 20, 2014 at 7:56 PM

    Of course, you had to make a sign pointing to the beach...the driftwood shape clearly needed an arrow where you painted it.

    Great job!

    Judith

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  42. Linda@Coastal CharmMay 20, 2014 at 8:25 PM

    What a fun sign...like how you did each letter in a different color. Thanks for sharing at my party.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  43. Susan ~ Southern FascinationsMay 20, 2014 at 8:29 PM

    Wonderful projects! Looking forward to seeing the next 3! Picked up a nice hunk of driftwood during last week's trip to the Gulf...now to decide how to use it and get it done! Susan

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  44. ReneeMay 20, 2014 at 8:55 PM

    I love the beach sign and the wreath. Great job getting it done.

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  45. cynthia lee designsMay 20, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    Great beach sign!! Love the wreath too. Can't wait to see your other projects when you get them done.
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  46. ConnieMay 21, 2014 at 2:57 AM

    Hi Carol, your beach sigh is perfect!
    Looks like you are in an ambitious mood. I love when that happens, motivation is a wonderful thing, LOL. I can not wait to see your take on the little sail boats :)
    Connie

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  47. Ricki TreleavenMay 21, 2014 at 4:20 AM

    :D Your sign is so cute. I still haven't tried ASCP yet! I think I'm the only one in blogland who hasn't….

    xo,
    RJ

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  48. CynthiaMay 21, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    Carol, I love the sign and the colors are so perfect and the being placed in the garden was such a great choice. That wreath is so great for your beach cottage.

    Cynthia

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  49. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseMay 22, 2014 at 4:30 AM

    I love both the sign and the wreath!

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  50. Maria ElenaMay 22, 2014 at 5:28 AM

    Love, love this sign! What a beautiful idea!

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  51. Ivy, Phyllis and Me!May 22, 2014 at 6:31 AM

    Good Afternoon Carol, I love your piece of driftwood.... it is the sort of thing my husband is always looking out for here along the Northumberland coast line.
    .... and the wreath is so lovely.
    I just know you will have completed your three projects in quick time.
    Best Wishes to you.
    Daphne

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  52. Shabby soulMay 22, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    I love all the colors of the sign, it turned so happy! I must adopt colors this summer, I realized i missed them!
    ps: You have a beautiful sun in California =)
    Silvia

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  53. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMay 22, 2014 at 5:11 PM

    Great job on the sign and wreath. They are perfect for your coastal décor.
    xx,
    Sherry

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  54. Denise | Chez DanisseMay 22, 2014 at 7:07 PM

    I have far too many unfinished projects... Thank you for the fun inspiration.

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  55. Leslie Anne TarabellaMay 22, 2014 at 9:26 PM

    Very cute! I like the bright colors.

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  56. UnknownMay 23, 2014 at 4:08 AM

    Hi Carol,
    Your post made me laugh...I cleaned up my craft room yesterday and found no driftwood but an old saw handle I had been saving to make a mobile out of (long story!). Love your starfish wreathe!
    Cheryl

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  57. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 23, 2014 at 5:27 AM

    That turned out great, Carol! I love that you used different colors for each letter. It is "you", too! I am sure you will find the perfect place to put it. Good for you for picking projects to work on. I was doing that for awhile and need to do it again. I see so many on Pinterest I'd like to do and they are just getting buried on my boards.

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  58. UnknownMay 23, 2014 at 9:59 AM

    Ooh...I adore the sign...absolutely adore it! You have given me some inspiration for a summer wreath as well! Love love love! xoxo Jen

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  59. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMay 23, 2014 at 12:02 PM

    Great sign and wreath! Love them!!

    Thanks so much for stopping by!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  60. KellyMay 23, 2014 at 1:12 PM

    Your beach sign turned out so cute! I like how you used different colors for the letters. I really like those driftwood boats you're planning on making. Perfect for where you live too.

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  61. MelanieMay 23, 2014 at 2:32 PM

    Love your beach sign - it is perfect on the piece of driftwood! I'm sure you will find just the right spot for it.

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  62. Manuela@A Cultivated NestMay 23, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    So cute! I like that you made each letter a different color.

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  63. karen@somewhatquirkyMay 24, 2014 at 2:48 PM

    I'm so excited! I finally figured out how to fix my glitch that kept me from seeing your blog! Love the sign. Love the wreath. I say put the sign ON the yellow surf board. You should be able to answer this question - is surf board one word or two?

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  64. Sam I Am......May 25, 2014 at 10:22 AM

    Love that sign! Could you hang it on the yellow board behind it on the fence? You are SO talented!

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  65. Patty AntleMay 25, 2014 at 1:15 PM

    You've been a creative girl like me! The beach sign and wreath turned out great! I like how you used different colors for the letters.

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  66. Linda@Coastal CharmMay 25, 2014 at 7:57 PM

    I just had to featured this cutie at my party...see ya there on Monday.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  67. CatieAnJune 14, 2014 at 3:32 PM

    I love your sign and the different colors. That makes the sign fun and happy.

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